The Functioning of Many Early New England Colonies Relied on Local

question 49

Multiple Choice

The functioning of many early New England colonies relied on local town hall meetings where citizens would make governmental decisions after discussions and votes were held. Which core value of American political culture do these early instances speak to?

• A) majority rule
• B) individualism
• C) diversity
• D) equality of opportunity

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Definitions:

Forming

The initial stage of team development where members meet and start to work together for the first time, characterized by orientations and positive expectations.

Storming

A phase in group development characterized by conflict and competition, as team members assert their opinions.

Groupthink

A mode of thinking that people engage in when they are deeply involved in a cohesive group, and when members striving for unanimity override their motivation to realistically appraise alternative courses of action; in contrast to group strength, groupthink results in mistakes and failure. Causes of groupthink include the illusion of invulnerability, belief in the inherent morality of the group, rationalization, stereotyping of out-groups, self-censorship, direct pressure, mindguards, and the illusion of unanimity.

Cohesiveness

The quality of forming a united whole, particularly in the context of group dynamics and teamwork.